Pastor Leon’s SOAP:  Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
June 30, 2026: SOAP #6053: Amos 7-9; Psalm 104; Titus 2

SCRIPTURE:  Titus (NIV) 2:7 In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness 8 and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned, so that those who oppose you may be ashamed because they have nothing bad to say about us.

OBSERVATION:  Paul is writing to Titus, his spiritual son, and a developing leader in the church.  Titus did not have a leadership series of books, he probably did not have his own copy of the Old Testament scrolls.  He could not go online to find information about church leadership.  So, Paul wrote this letter. 

Among the specific instructions I found this one general term: “doing what is good.”  (10+ times in the 46 verses of this book!)  Titus was to live his life “doing what is good.”  He was to encourage and teach others to “do what is good.”  God’s people should be “eager to do what is good.” (2:14) God’s people should be “ready to do what is good.” (3:1) 

Paul did not refer Titus to a special book to learn more about this general instruction.  Those who would listen to Titus preach did not have anything available to them other than what Titus would include in his teaching.  Oh, but what they had!!!  They had the Holy Spirit dwelling in each of them, leading them into “what is good.”

APPLICATION:  How I appreciate having the Bible so readily available to me!  But I am learning something even more important.  I have the same benefit that Titus had, and the early church had—they did not have Bibles (scrolls containing the Old Testament were in the synagogue).  They had the Holy Spirit living inside.  We too have the same indwelling Holy Spirit!!! 

PRAYER:  Holy Spirit, you are the same Holy Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead (Romans 8:11) and the same Holy Spirit anointed Paul in his ministry and writings.  You are with us; be our conscience.  With your guidance and empowerment, we too can do “what is good.”  Amen

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Pastor Leon’s SOAP:  Scripture, Observation, Application, Prayer
July 01, 2025: SOAP #5689: Isaiah 1-3; Titus 3

SCRIPTURE:  Titus (NIV) 3:14 Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order that they may provide for daily necessities and not live unproductive lives.
Note:  Acts (KJV) 10:38  How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.

OBSERVATION:  Titus had been left behind in Crete to bring order to the new church by recognizing the leaders and giving them responsibility. Paul’s letter was giving Titus instruction. As he closes, Paul gives a short overview of what people committed to Jesus should be like: (1) dedicated to doing good, (2) providing for their own daily needs, and (3) not time wasters/good workers.
Not every new believer will be mature in their thinking about life.  They need to learn about being responsible.  But before they can be expected to learn, the church leaders must have a mental picture of how Christians should behave and act.  Paul was making certain that Titus had such a picture. 

The presence of the Holy Spirit affects everyday life.  His presence makes us cheerful and full of joy, gives us hope that all things will work together for good, and makes us them helpful and considerate.  The Presence of the Holy Spirit makes us more like Jesus!   

APPLICATION: Under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, church leaders should teach Bible concepts about living and serving.  And they should also set a good example.  The presence of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the believers will apply the word that is taught and will help them grow in these areas, doing good, providing for family, and being a good worker.  Their lives will become a witness to people living around them and working with them.  Believers will have a good reputation in their community. 

Note:  as this works within a church, it will also work in a family. 

PRAYER:  Holy Spirit, help me communicate your Word and to live my life as an example of commitment and diligence.  Amen

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